National Bank Donates $50,000 to Assist the Victims of Hurricane Matthew

MONTREAL, Oct. 7, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ - National Bank will donate $50,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to support their efforts in helping the victims of Hurricane Matthew.

"The devastation caused by Hurricane Matthew has left thousands of people in need. National Bank is eager to lend its support to the Red Cross and help ensure that immediate assistance is available to those affected. Many of our clients and employees come from the areas damaged by the hurricane and still have family there. Our hearts go out to them," said Louis Vachon, President and Chief Executive Officer at National Bank.

About National Bank of CanadaWith $230 billion in assets as at July 31, 2016, National Bank of Canada, together with its subsidiaries, forms one of Canada's leading integrated financial groups. The Bank has close to 22,000 employees and is widely recognized as a top employer. The Bank's securities are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NA). Follow the Bank's activities at nbc.ca or via social media such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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For further information: (The telephone number provided below is for the exclusive use of journalists and other media representatives.): Jean-François Lauzon, Advisor - Public Affairs, National Bank, Tel.: 514-394-6097